As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally. Therefore, the issue raised is a matter for the NTA in conjunction with the relevant transport operator. I have, therefore, forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.